“Despite once being a profitable industry, the crypto ATM landscape’s rapid evolution has led to reduced profit margins for smaller operators due to intense competition. The sector has potential to grow from $117 million to $5.5 billion by 2030; However, there is increasing speculation that smaller players will gradually be eliminated as the industry matures, aligning with the ‘survival of the fittest’ adage.”
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Swiss Bitcoin ATM Operator Rebellion – Challenging Overbearing Financial Regulations
“Bity, a firm operating 45 Bitcoin ATMs in Switzerland, is challenging the Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) regulations requiring users to reveal their identity for transactions exceeding 1,000 Swiss francs. Bity started a crowdfunding campaign to assist in legal expenses, rallying supporters with a resolute slogan, “FINMA is fighting crypto! We are fighting back!” They argue against the new know-your-customer (KYC) rules as undemocratic and overbearing.”